Dental Assistant

Dade, FL Full Time
POSTED ON 5/1/2024

Job Summary:
We are seeking a skilled and professional Dental Assistant to join our team. The Dental Assistant will provide comprehensive support to our dental practice and assist the dentist during patient procedures. The ideal candidate for this position must possess strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a passion for patient care.

Responsibilities

  • Welcome patients in the dental office
  • Prepare patients for treatments or checkups ensuring their comfort
  • Select and set up instruments, equipment and material needed
  • Sterilize instruments according to regulations
  • Assist the dentist through 4-handed dentistry
  • Undertake lab tasks as instructed
  • Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions
  • Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked
  • Schedule appointments
  • Maintain accurate patient records

Skills

  • Proven experience as dental assistant
  • Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
  • Understanding of health & safety regulations
  • Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks like coronal polishing is a plus
  • Good computer skills
  • Excellent communication and people skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Well-organized and reliable
  • Graduated from dental assistant school
  • Additional certification or training is an asset

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Paid time off
  • 401K
  • Competitive pay


We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages, along with opportunities for professional development and growth. If you are a dedicated Dental Assistant looking to join a dynamic dental practice, we encourage you to apply.

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